S of Ocracoke Inlet NC to Cape Lookout NC out to 20 NM; S of Cape Lookout NC to Surf City NC out to 20 NM; Waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City NC from 20 to 60 NM
Starts
Ends
Issued
SeverityModerate
UrgencyExpected
CertaintyLikely
Details
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City, and the offshore waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...From 2 PM Saturday to midnight EDT Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instructions
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.